Protected SATCOM SME

Title:

KBR is seeking a Protected Satellite Communication System Subject Matter Expert (SME) to support of Headquarters Space Operations Command (HQ SpOC) located on Peterson Space Force Base Colorado Springs CO.

A strong candidate has a comprehensive knowledge of Protected satellite communications systems satellite transmissions management satellite system control and operational procedures. In this position you will provide SATCOM expertise to inform HQ SpOC decisions. Responsibilities include:

• Provide technical operational expertise for resolution of operational issues/problems related to space ground and terminal segments.
• Document and communicate recommendations for HQ SpOC policy positions related to the acquisition fielding and sustainment of new and emerging space and ground systems
• Provide requirements operations and sustainment technical analysis and support
• Support development and verification of test and system acceptance requirements
• Support Deltas with both immediate and deliberate operational requirements
• Facilitate external and internal project stakeholder engagements focused on achieving program goals and objectives
• Provide the customer rapid responses to taskings and prepare customized and professional products
• Travel may be required for limited durations to CONUS and OCONUS locations

Required Skills/Experience:

• Active Secret security clearance with Top Secret/SCI security clearance eligibility which something only a U.S. can obtain.
• BA/BS Degree
• 5 plus years of Protected SATCOM experience: Protected Consolidated SATCOM System Expert (CSSE) 4 SOPS 148 SOPS Protected SATCOM Watch Office or Regional SATCOM Support Center (RSSC).
• Experience with Strategic MILSATCOM systems and platforms (e.g. AEHF Milstar EPS ESS).
• Able to develop strategies in response to identified program risk and acquisition deficiencies.
• Ability to effectively communicate analysis and propose program strategies for the customer and across a diverse stakeholder community to enhance mission operations.
• Ability to interpret a broad range of DoD USSF and Joint Directives Instructions and Orders supporting the customer in implementation of existing program goals and with objectives and guidance on future systems.
• Experience in developing and managing Plans of Action and Milestones integrated master schedules and related processes to achieve system acceptance milestones.
• Experience with Action Officer roles and responsibilities.
• Experience with standard HQ staffing processes (e.g. TMT Staff Summary Sheets Comment Resolution Matrix).
• Microsoft Office Suite (i.e. Word Excel).
• Ability to identify and resolve challenges in a hightempo collaborative environment.
• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Accustomed to professionally interacting with General/Flag officers and senior civilian personnel.
• Ability to meet deadlines and deliverables with minimal guidance.

Preferred Skills/Experience:

• Active Top Secret security clearance.
• Ability to research brief and explain complex operational concepts and designs.
• Experience in preparing technical papers system concepts and capability documents.
• Experience with providing strategic advice technical guidance analysis and recommendations.
• Headquarters experience in the US Space Force US Air Force Combatant Command HQ SpOC.
• Familiarity with Defense Acquisition Pathways and Strategies.
• Familiarity with the Joint Capabilities Integration and Development System and related products.
• Experience developing tactics techniques and procedures.
• Familiarity with the DoD Planning Programming Budgeting and System.
• Engineering bachelors degree.

Compensation:

$115000 $130000

This range is for Colorado only.

The offered rate will be based on the selected candidates knowledge skills abilities and/or experience and in consideration of internal parity.

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40 hours

Work Environment:

• Location: Onsite
• Travel Requirements: Minimal less than 10
• Working Hours: Standard

Additional Compensation:

KBR may offer bonuses commissions or other forms of compensation to certain job titles or levels per internal policy or contractual designation. Additional compensation may be in the form of sign on bonus relocation benefits short term incentives long term incentives or discretionary payments for exceptional performance

KBR Benefits

KBR offers a selection of competitive lifestyle benefits which could include 401K plan with company match medical dental vision life insurance AD&D flexible spending account disability paid time off or flexible work schedule. We support career advancement through professional training and development.

Belong. Connect. Grow. with KBR!

KBRs National Security Solutions team provides highend engineering and advanced technology solutions to our customers in the intelligence and national security communities. In this position your work will have a profound impact on the countrys most critical role protecting our national security.

Why Join Us

• Innovative Projects: KBRs work is at the forefront of engineering logistics operations science program management mission IT and cybersecurity solutions.

• Collaborative Environment: Be part of a dynamic team that thrives on collaboration and innovation fostering a supportive and intellectually stimulating workplace.

• Impactful Work: Your contributions will be pivotal in designing and optimizing defense systems that ensure national security and shape the future of space defense.

Belong Connect and Grow at KBR

At KBR we are passionate about our people and our Zero Harm culture. These inform all that we do and are at the heart of our commitment to and ongoing journey toward being a People First company. That commitment is central to our team of teams philosophy and fosters an environment where everyone can Belong Connect and Grow. We Deliver Together.

KBR is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion disability sex sexual orientation gender identity or expression age national origin veteran status genetic information union status and/or beliefs or any other characteristic protected by federal state or local law.